SylviaM. (Stejna) Desforges

Sylvia M. Desforges 1937 - 2012 LUDLOW - Sylvia M. "Cookie" (Stejna) Desforges, 74, of Ludlow, passed away peacefully on April 11, 2012, surrounded by her loving family. Born in Springfield, she lived most of her life in Ludlow where she was a Ludlow High graduate and faithful communicant of Christ the King Church. She worked for over 25 years at David Irvine and Son Insurance Co. and then for 10 years at Remillard Insurance before her retirement. Sylvia will be greatly missed by her family, whom she adored and were her greatest joy in life. She was the loving mother to Jacqui Venne and husband James Lordan, and David Desforges and wife Arlene, all of Ludlow; a cherished grandmother to Kyle, Nicholas, Jenelle and the late Joshua; a dear sister to Barbara Debastiani, of Easthampton; and also leaves many loving extended family members and dear friends. Funeral services will be held on Monday, April 16, 2012 at 9am from Ludlow Funeral Home with Liturgy of Christian Burial at 10am in Christ the King Church followed by burial in St. Aloysius Cemetery. Visiting hours are on Sunday from 3-6pm and in lieu of flowers, donations may be made in Sylvia's memory to the American Kidney Fund 6110 Executive Blvd Suite 1010 Rockville, MD 20852. For additional information and online condolences, please visit www.ludlowfuneralhome.com.